| Towards the west of Mahabaleshwar, at a distance of about 5 km, is situated the Lodwick Point. Formerly known as Sydney Point, it was renamed ‘Lodwick Point’ in honour of General Lodwick who was the first British officer to climb the hill. With the permission of the government, the only son of General Lodwick, R.W. Lodwick, erected a memorial pole on this point. The column is about twenty-five feet high from the ground to the top of the urn which surmounts the pillar. On the west of the base of the monument is the head of the General, sculptured in alto-relievo in white marble, protected by stout tin wire in an iron frame. Presently, the iron has rusted and stained the face, which is scratched but not disfigured. Also, another major selling point of the Lodwick Point is the fabulous view that it offers of the valley below. A huge hit with the locals, Lodwick Point is also becoming increasingly famous with travel buffs all across the country. Pristinely scenic, the exhilarating and overwhelming beauty of the Lodwick Falls is sure to take your breath away. Go here with your family or your partner and have yourselves a unforgettable getaway. |
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